Bilateral FTA
Vietnam–Israel Free Trade Agreement (VIFTA)
Vietnam’s first FTA with a Middle Eastern country, covering trade in goods and other areas.
- Abbreviation
- VIFTA
- Status
- In force
- Type
- Bilateral FTA
- Scope
- Goods and services
- Signed
- Jul 2023
- In force since
- Nov 2024
- Member countries
- 2
- C/O form (Vietnam)
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Key features
- Elimination or reduction of import duties on most goods, phased in according to each party’s tariff schedule.
What it means for Vietnamese businesses
VIFTA lowers tariffs on many Vietnamese exports to Israel, such as seafood, agricultural products, garments and footwear. Check MOIT guidance for the required proof of origin.
Proof of origin
Check the current guidance of Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade on the proof of origin required for this agreement.
Related guides
- Certificate of Origin (C/O) in Vietnam: Forms, Rules of Origin and Filing
- HS Code Classification: How to Classify Goods Correctly for Vietnam Customs
- Customs Clearance in Vietnam: A Step-by-Step Guide for Importers and Exporters